Removal & Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The Altima uses a Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor harness connector. See Fig 1. The 2.5L uses a single CMP sensor harness connector, the sensor is on the rear of the engine above the engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector. See Fig 2. The 3.5L uses two CMP sensor harness connectors located on the front of the engine. See Fig 3.

Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor;
- For 2.5L see Fig 2.
- For 3.5L see Fig 3.
Disconnect camshaft position sensor (PHASE) harness connector.
Remove the sensor.
To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Fig 2: Locating Camshaft Position Sensor & Engine Coolant Sensor (2.5L)

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Fig 3: Locating Camshaft Position Sensors (3.5L)

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.